The fourth-year ballwinner had another strong season in 2025 averaging 22 disposals and three tackles across 23 matches. But the Demons will have to wait until they sign a new coach to go ahead with the move. Melbourne has a list of recruiting targets it wants its new coach to speak to once the club appoints a replacement for Simon Goodwin. It means Windhager’s future is in a holding pattern with the Kangaroos prepared to sign Windhager for five years to help compliment their young and talented midfield mix. One of Windhager’s best friends, developing ruckman Max Heath, is also in Melbourne’s radar as a back-up tall for superstar big man Max Gawn. It means if Windhager picks Melbourne, they could go as a package deal, but no decisions have yet been made.